Episodes - Thinking Fellowshttps://www.thinkingfellows.com/blog/Tue, 18 Dec 2018 17:13:29 +0000en-USSite-Server v6.0.0-16957-16957 (http://www.squarespace.com)Melanchthon Goes to WittenbergEditors PickTheologyHistory of ChristianityReformation StudiesCaleb KeithWed, 13 Feb 2019 17:23:35 +0000https://www.thinkingfellows.com/blog/2018/mel-Wittenberg57056a9a45bf2179f01fa4d6:57057f2a86db4323985e0176:5c6451679b747a6a201d810bOn the fourth episode of our series on the history of the Reformation, Dr.
Keith walks listeners through the early stages of Melanchthon’s theological
development and contributions.

On the fourth episode of our series on the history of the Reformation, Dr. Keith walks listeners through the early stages of Melanchthon’s theological development and contributions. This episode introduces Reformation Humanism and closes out with a conversation on the Loci Communes. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.

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]]>Melanchthon Goes to WittenbergThe Three Treatises Editors PickTheologyHistory of ChristianityReformation StudiesCaleb KeithTue, 12 Feb 2019 21:41:39 +0000https://www.thinkingfellows.com/blog/2018/the-threetreatises57056a9a45bf2179f01fa4d6:57057f2a86db4323985e0176:5c633c240d9297f6e70e02cfAs the Biblical text transforms Luther’s positions on grace and
justification, he shifts his writing from disputations to letters targeted
at the common man, secular rulers, and the Roman church.

As the Biblical text transforms Luther’s positions on grace and justification, he shifts his writing from disputations to letters targeted at the common man, secular rulers, and the Roman church. These letters are called the Three Treatises. The fellows dive into the context and contents of these letters and discuss their greater significance to the Reformation as a whole. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.

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]]>The Three TreatisesLuther Goes to Wittenberg Editors PickTheologyHistory of ChristianityReformation StudiesCaleb KeithTue, 12 Feb 2019 21:35:25 +0000https://www.thinkingfellows.com/blog/2018/originsoftheref-6lrb857056a9a45bf2179f01fa4d6:57057f2a86db4323985e0176:5c5b155dc83025ca9dd721baThe Fellows begin a new series outlining the history of the Reformation.
The first episode features a thorough description of the Middle Ages
followed by the initial struggles of Luther.

The Thinking Fellows continue outlining the events of the Reformation by following Luther’s move from the monastery to the university. This transition involves Luther’s educational pursuits as well as his early disputations. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.

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]]>Luther Goes to WittenbergOrigins of the ReformationEditors PickTheologyHistory of ChristianityReformation StudiesCaleb KeithWed, 06 Feb 2019 17:11:37 +0000https://www.thinkingfellows.com/blog/2018/originsoftheref57056a9a45bf2179f01fa4d6:57057f2a86db4323985e0176:5c3f6f234d7a9c6d03dbbc91The Fellows begin a new series outlining the history of the Reformation.
The first episode features a thorough description of the Middle Ages
followed by the initial struggles of Luther.

The Fellows begin a new series outlining the history of the Reformation. The first episode features a thorough description of the Middle Ages followed by the initial struggles of Luther. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.

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]]>Origins of the ReformationThe Soul of ChristianityEditors PickApologeticsTheologyCaleb KeithWed, 16 Jan 2019 17:48:49 +0000https://www.thinkingfellows.com/blog/2018/soulofchristianity57056a9a45bf2179f01fa4d6:57057f2a86db4323985e0176:5c369d7e0ebbe8ad117dea63Scott and Caleb Keith are joined by their friend Debi Winrich to discuss
her new podcast on the Apostles Creed

Scott and Caleb Keith are joined by their friend Debi Winrich to discuss her new podcast on the Apostles Creed. They talk about the importance of studying the creed and how it provides an accessible outlet for conversation with those outside our traditions. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.

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]]>The Soul of ChristianityDiscussing AtonementEditors PickApologeticsTheologyCaleb KeithTue, 01 Jan 2019 19:11:28 +0000https://www.thinkingfellows.com/blog/2018/discuss-atonement57056a9a45bf2179f01fa4d6:57057f2a86db4323985e0176:5c2bb8ac88251b49968b1157Caleb and Scott Keith are joined by their friend Kelsi Klembara to discuss
atonement. The atoning work of Christ is an essential doctrine of the
Christian faith. With that being said, there are still aspects of how the
atonement works that are debated.

Caleb and Scott Keith are joined by their friend Kelsi Klembara to discuss atonement. The atoning work of Christ is an essential doctrine of the Christian faith. With that being said, there are still aspects of how the atonement works that are debated. On this episode, we try to navigate the various ways scripture talks about atonement how no matter which picture of the atonement is in view it must remain entirely a work of Christ.

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]]>Discussing AtonementCreativity and VocationEditors PickApologeticsTheologyCaleb KeithTue, 18 Dec 2018 17:40:41 +0000https://www.thinkingfellows.com/blog/2018/creativity-and-vocation57056a9a45bf2179f01fa4d6:57057f2a86db4323985e0176:5c192aca21c67cd254c9759dCaleb and Scott are joined by their friend Doug Klembara to discuss to the
vocation of design. The conversation focuses on the importance of quality
when creating and sharing materials related to the Gospel.

Caleb and Scott are joined by their friend Doug Klembara to discuss to the vocation of design. The conversation focuses on the importance of quality when creating and sharing materials related to the Gospel. After reviewing some of the critical changes these ideas have brought to 1517, they talk about how important good style was during the reformation. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.

Scott and Caleb are joined by Dan Price to discuss why 1517 hosts conferences. They talk about fellowship, sound doctrine, and the benefit of gathering together. Dan also takes time to explain the City Events, which are free one-day conferences hosted churches around the U.S. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.

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]]>The Ideas Behind Here We Still StandQ&A December 2018Editors PickApologeticsTheologyCaleb KeithTue, 04 Dec 2018 20:43:48 +0000https://www.thinkingfellows.com/blog/2018/questions-dec-201857056a9a45bf2179f01fa4d6:57057f2a86db4323985e0176:5c06e606f950b78cc85be7a2Caleb and Scott Keith sit down and answer and a handful of listener
questions. Topics include particular sins, where should I go to church, is
God Father Loving?

Caleb and Scott Keith sit down and answer and a handful of listener questions. Topics include particular sins, where should I go to church, is God Father Loving? Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.

Dr. Dan Deen is on the show to discuss analytic philosophy with the Thinking Fellows. Analytic language helps shape Christian apologetics and is helpful for everyday living. The idea of this episode is to make this complicated philosophical language usable for the average layperson. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.

The Thinking Fellows talk about the craft and philosophy behind translation. Christians rely on faithful, and accurate translations of the Bible, so it is essential to understand the realities of the texts we have as well as the way in which they are moved into English. The fellows also discuss their personal experiences with translating Reformation texts and the challenges faced when working in ancient languages. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.

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]]>TranslationThe Craft of PreachingEditors PickTheologyCaleb KeithWed, 14 Nov 2018 23:15:00 +0000https://www.thinkingfellows.com/blog/2018/craft-of-preaching57056a9a45bf2179f01fa4d6:57057f2a86db4323985e0176:5becab954d7a9c821895a4afScott and Caleb are joined by pastors Bob Hiller and Paul Koch to talk
about their new project The Craft of Preaching. The Craft of Preaching is a
resource for pastors that focuses on sermon writing and delivery. This
unique approach focuses on proclaiming and distinguishing law and gospel
while helping pastors work through weekly texts. Sit back relax, grab a
drink, and enjoy the show.

Scott and Caleb are joined by pastors Bob Hiller and Paul Koch to talk about their new project The Craft of Preaching. The Craft of Preaching is a resource for pastors that focuses on sermon writing and delivery. This unique approach focuses on proclaiming and distinguishing law and gospel while helping pastors work through weekly texts. Sit back relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.

Scott and Caleb are joined by Drs. Jim Nestingen and Steve Paulson to discuss confession and absolution. Corporate confession and absolution are an essential part of Lutheran worship. On this episode, we Jim and Steve tell stories about the power or personal absolution and "having ears to hear" another sinners confession. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.

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]]>AbsolutionChrist in All the ScripturesEditors PickTheologyCaleb KeithTue, 30 Oct 2018 15:21:00 +0000https://www.thinkingfellows.com/blog/2018/christ-in-all-the-scriptures57056a9a45bf2179f01fa4d6:57057f2a86db4323985e0176:5be1beb040ec9aa12c72e313The Thinking Fellows are joined by Donavon Riley to talk about how Jesus is
present and works through all the Scriptures.

The Thinking Fellows are joined by Donavon Riley to talk about how Jesus is present and works through all the Scriptures. Inspired by the episode Scott and Donavon Talk About Everything, the Fellows cover OT prophecy and theophanies. Sit back relax, grab a drink and enjoy the show.

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]]>Christ in All the ScripturesTheology and the Theologian of the CrossEditors PickTheologyCaleb KeithTue, 23 Oct 2018 20:28:17 +0000https://www.thinkingfellows.com/blog/2018/theology-and-the-theologian-of-the-cross57056a9a45bf2179f01fa4d6:57057f2a86db4323985e0176:5bcf81b70d9297ed28738e87Live from Here We Still Stand 2018 the Thinking Fellows recorded a special
episode with Jim Nestingen and Steve Paulson. The main topic follows the
question, what does the theology of the cross have to offer American
Christianity?

Live from Here We Still Stand 2018 the Thinking Fellows recorded a special episode with Jim Nestingen and Steve Paulson. The main topic follows the question, what does the theology of the cross have to offer American Christianity? This discussion is followed by live audience questions. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.

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]]>Theology and the Theologian of the CrossWhy Do We Preach?Editors PickTheologyCaleb KeithFri, 12 Oct 2018 15:03:55 +0000https://www.thinkingfellows.com/blog/2018/why-do-we-preach57056a9a45bf2179f01fa4d6:57057f2a86db4323985e0176:5bc0b6819140b73b6aad0027Recently, Dr. Keith traveled to an LCMS district conference to talk about
fatherhood. While at the conference he gathered pastors Paul Koch, Darrin
Sheek, and Edward Killian to talk about why we preach.

Recently, Dr. Keith traveled to an LCMS district conference to talk about fatherhood. While at the conference he gathered pastors Paul Koch, Darrin Sheek, and Edward Killian to talk about why we preach. These four discuss proclaiming the Gospel and how that differs from teaching about the Gospel. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.

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]]>Why Do We Preach?Apologetic Questions: Postmodernism, and Apologetics in LutherEditors PickApologeticsCaleb KeithWed, 03 Oct 2018 17:51:57 +0000https://www.thinkingfellows.com/blog/2018/apologetic-questions-postmodernism-and-apologetics-in-luther57056a9a45bf2179f01fa4d6:57057f2a86db4323985e0176:5bb5004624a6940b1fd3c3aeOn this episode, the Fellows focus on apologetic questions brought up from
recent episodes and listener questions.

On this episode, the Fellows focus on apologetic questions brought up from recent episodes and listener questions. Starting by questioning and analyzing possible methods for reaching the post-modern mind, the Fellows then move on to the question, did Luther practice apologetics? Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.

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]]>Apologetic Questions: Postmodernism, and Apologetics in LutherChristian living, the Augsburg Interim, and other QuestionsTheologySpecial TopicsEditors PickCaleb KeithTue, 25 Sep 2018 19:15:31 +0000https://www.thinkingfellows.com/blog/2018/christian-living-the-augsburg-interim57056a9a45bf2179f01fa4d6:57057f2a86db4323985e0176:5baa87e1eef1a1c63cad7273Over the summer listeners sent in many important questions. Today the
fellows answer questions about assurance and Lutheran history.

Over the summer listeners sent in many important questions. Today the fellows answer questions about assurance and Lutheran history. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.

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]]>Christian living, the Augsburg Interim, and other QuestionsTheology is for ProclamationTheologySpecial TopicsEditors PickCaleb KeithWed, 19 Sep 2018 15:57:58 +0000https://www.thinkingfellows.com/blog/2018/doctrine-of-sin-x3z2x57056a9a45bf2179f01fa4d6:57057f2a86db4323985e0176:5ba2708dc2241bbf4b048c39Caleb Keith is once again joined by Drs. Jim Nestingen and John Pless for a
special recording in Bergen Norway. The heart of their conversation is the
idea that theology is meant to be proclaimed.

Caleb Keith is once again joined by Drs. Jim Nestingen and John Pless for a special recording in Bergen Norway. The heart of their conversation is the idea that theology is meant to be proclaimed. Jim and John tell great stories on the difference between talking about Christ and actually handing over the goods of Christ death and resurrection for you. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.

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]]>Theology is for ProclamationThe Doctrine of SinTheologyCaleb KeithWed, 19 Sep 2018 15:50:20 +0000https://www.thinkingfellows.com/blog/2018/doctrine-of-sin57056a9a45bf2179f01fa4d6:57057f2a86db4323985e0176:5ba26eed03ce64bae26c86b7he problem of sin gets to the heart of the Christian faith but is often
misunderstood. By focusing on "sins" and not "sinful nature" the need for
Christ can become lost or hidden.

The Thinking Fellows revisit their very first episode on the doctrine of sin. The problem of sin gets to the heart of the Christian faith but is often misunderstood. By focusing on "sins" and not "sinful nature" the need for Christ can become lost or hidden. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.